What I Wish EVERY Job Candidate Knew: 15 Minutes to a Better Interview

by Russell Tuckerton

You CAN Interview Better in 15 Minutes - Let a Hiring Manager Teach You How Stop Making Mistakes Candidates Make Over and Over Again - Do You Want the Job? Learn from my 20 years of interviewing and hiring people just like you, across multiple Fortune 500 companies. You're qualified for the job - it should be yours. Let me show you what goes through the head of the interviewer so you can use it to your advantage. An advantage others won't have. I've captured a highly condensed set of recommendations in this book that will put you in the very small set of interviewees that will stand above other candidates. Whether you are seeking an entry level or an experienced management position these recommendations will give you the edge. I see "bad" behaviors across all levels of interviews, without candidates even being aware of what they are doing that prevents them from being hired. You don't need to memorize 101 interview questions and answers. You need actual experiences from the other side of the table to guide you. Listen to Hiring Managers - Is the book you're reading now written by the person who decides to hire you, or by someone else involved in the process such as a recruiter or human resources role? If so their guidance may get you an interview, but won't give you insight into what goes through the manager's head. Scroll up and grab your copy today. Learn how to bring your BEST self to the job interview! Cover Design by Melody Simmons of eBookindiecovers

Genres: Business, Nonfiction, Audiobook, Psychology, Self Help

48 pages, Paperback

First published December 29, 2013

Reviews

[Graziella Bruner · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read

An excellent quick read for those wanting to do really good in an interview as well as knowing the right questions to ask if you’re looking to hire someone. It’s a win win for the interviewer and the interviewee.

[Russell Tuckerton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm the original author, and new to Goodreads, so apologies if I am breaking the rules by announcing my new book by including a rating. Sorry if I am!

Russell

[Brian J · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good info

There’s some good info here, even for the more seasoned worker. The questions can be pitfalls, no question about that. This book provides some helpful guidelines.

[Annie · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you had only one day to prepare for an interview (or don't want to bother reviewing 200 interview questions to pick the ones that are probably relevant to the job you're applying for), this covers the essential advice you need. However, some of it seems obvious like not asking about vacation, flex time, and benefits during an interview... wait until you get an offer for the job.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read three books in preparation for an important interview. Being a GenX person, I'm no stranger to interviewing and rarely have I not received a call back. But I'm older, wiser, and ageing. I want every advantage possible. I will need it.

This book is 64 pages on a Kindle. I learned more in the first 20 pages than the previous two books combined. After completing the book, I feel much more prepared. Succinct, insightful questions and guidance regarding answers. The advice is relevant even in the age of Zoom interviews.

Written by a hiring manager with 20+ yrs of experience, not a recruiter, HR, or a career coach. There is no shameless self-promotion as found elsewhere. His perspective made all the difference to me.

Best guidance out there.

[J.P. Willson · Rating 4 out of 5]

There is certainly a fair amount of valuable information in this little text. It's not long and for good reason. As the author states, it doesn't need to be. I would tend to agree wholeheartedly.
I personally have been on both sides of the coin, the interviewee and the interviewer with the most emphasis on the later. Having said that I agree with what the author is trying to teach here. For me it just makes good common sense, yet that is something lacking in both society and the job interview today- common bloody sense.
Worth a look...

[Gautham · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book will help interview candidates

I like the factual data shown in this book and the way it expresses the likes and dislikes.
I would recommend it to anyone who has to prepare for an interview. I chose this rating because I think there’s a lot going on in an interview process and the author is very experienced in the hiring process.

[Jazmin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Preparation Resource for Candidates

This book is a must-have and it is straightforward concerning the interview process from a business owner or hiring manager perspective. I also appreciate the questions for candidates to ask potential employers. This book is an excellent resource and I will return to it whenever I need a refresher or a reminder.

[Glasgowgal · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish I had known about this book earlier because I recently went on a couple interviews and made a few of the errors noted in the book. Aaargh! A couple of the questions in the book were actually used by the people who interviewed me. This is a good, quick read. Straight to the point and tells you what you need to know for hopefully, a successful interview.

[Adrian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like most “self-help” books, it is better to read these than to listen to them on audio. This book mentions “15 minutes to a better interview” but the audio is over an hour long. Not sure why that was. But this was a good little book with some helpful tips on interviewing with some good sample answers.

[Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Straight Forward

This book, though brief, covers all the main points for a successful interview. Through the examples given, I found answer similar to ones I had given in interviews, not realizing they were the wrong answers.
Take the time to think of your past experience, lessons learned and growth earned.

[Daniel Learn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good quick read on basics of the interview process. A lot of this is stuff i have seen elsewhere but it is nice to see the parts that are most important from a hiring managers perspective. I took a few good points from the book to use if and when my next interview occurs.

[Enrique Hudson · Rating 5 out of 5]

15 minutos para una mejor entrevista de trabajo

Es una excelente guía sobre todo para jóvenes egresamos de las universidades. Normalmente no tienen una idea de cómo va a ir una entrevista y este corto y ameno libro les da excelente guía de cómo prepararse

[Courtney Drumond · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Resource before sitting in that Interview Chair!

Very informative ,easy read , valuable guide of what to say and what not to say in an interview along with considering the most suitable manner to sell oneself.

[Kari Jennings · Rating 4 out of 5]

To the point

This was good advice without getting mired down in trying to imagine every scenario. There were examples for good and bad responses to some of the tougher questions that can come up in an interview. It was very helpful.

[James E Moses · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read for interviewing

I have often felt nervous when interviewing g for a job,but knew I had the experience and skill set. This book provides some tools to allow me to share that during the hiring process.

[Angelina O'Blia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read!!!!

I liked the fact that 7 specific and most asked interview questions were asked. The bonus was the correct response. That will be super helpful and handy. That’s great feedback when responses are included.

[jalisonb · Rating 1 out of 5]

I’m glad I didn’t pay for it

Unfortunately, I found the book very underwhelming and generic… I would not recommend. The Q/A section was borderline cheesy. Thankfully I read this on my kindle unlimited trial and didn’t waste any money on it.

[Anjie L · Rating 5 out of 5]

straight and to the point

In preparation for my interviews into a new field this week, a friend recommended this book. Easy to follow and straight forward. I feel much more confident going into this week.

[Ashley K. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this shortly before a job interview (as you might expect). Much of the advice it imparts is common sense, but that helped buoy my confidence, and I did pick up at least a few useful new tips (I got the job offer, FWIW. Lol).

[Tripledbt · Rating 5 out of 5]

15 Minutes to a Better Interview

Quick, concise read. Helpful, important reminders and prep for interviewees. Includes sample questions with good response and bad response examples.

[Naz Rami · Rating 4 out of 5]

Will give basic understanding

in depth analysis of mind games of both persons involved in interview

Simply how to sell yourself and get the right job

[Douglas Green · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some interesting things in there, but nothing you haven’t heard before.

[SLADE · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy to understand basic interview strategies.

[Aurora Francisco · Rating 5 out of 5]

Better Interview in 15 Minutes

Great book and that stressed more on key points on how to provide good responses to the interview and don't use negative words.

[Deanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

What you really need to know!

Focused and relevant! I can't wait for my next interview. The things not to do were helpful too. Your next great job is right around the corner.

[Royale · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brief, but useful

Really good examples and explanations of good and bad answers to common interview questions as well as insight from a hiring manager’s perspective.

[Michael Ngo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although this was a different take and perspectives to other interview books it ultimately has the same result (for me) in terms of retention.

[Miriam · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quick listen on Audible filled with common-sense advice that should be followed by candidates and interviewers alike.

[Breanne Bachovchin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and informative

This book is a one stop shop to quickly prepare you for an interview. It helps you to reflect on your experiences and what you bring to the tab!e.